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Antenna - Satellite Radio - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. Position the satellite radio antenna on the vehicle, remove the antenna adhesive cover, and then install the antenna on the vehicle.
    NOTE: Route the antenna harness through the hole in the top of the body.
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  2. Position the closing panel on the vehicle, and then install the bolts (x8) that attach the closing plate to the vehicle.

    10 N.m (7.4 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm deep socket
    • 6 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
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  3. Install the falcon EM controller connectors (x4).
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  4. Install the clips (x3) that attach the satellite radio antenna harness to the closing plate.
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  5. Install the clip that attaches the satellite radio antenna harness to the closeout plate, and then connect the antenna harness connector.
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  6. Install the center spine applique. See Applique - Spine - Center (Remove and Replace) .
  7. Partially open the LH falcon wing door.
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  8. Install the LH upper rear door glass assembly. See Door Glass Assembly - Rear - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  9. Open the LH falcon wing door.
  10. Install the mid rear LH door trim gap hider. See Gap Hider - Door Trim - LH - Rear - Mid (Remove and Replace) .
  11. Install the LH center rear door trim bracket. See Bracket - Rear Door Trim - Center - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  12. Install the LH front upper rear door trim bracket. See Bracket - Rear Door Trim - Upper - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  13. Remove the LH rear upper rear door trim bracket. See Bracket - Rear Door Trim - Upper - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  14. Install the LH upper rear door trim panel. See Panel - Door Trim - Rear - Upper - LH (Remove & Replace) .
  15. Install the LH rear door trim lower garnish. See Garnish - Lower - Door Trim - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  16. Install the headliner. See Headliner (Remove and Replace) .
  17. Install the screw that attaches the RH front end of the headliner to the vehicle.

    2 N.m (1.5 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 2 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Torx T20 socket
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  18. Connect the RH falcon wing door button electrical connector, and then install the clips (x3) and magnets (x2) that attach the RH upper B-pillar trim to the B-pillar.
    NOTE: Replace the clips if damaged.
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  19. Install the clips (x5) that attach the upper portion of the RH lower B-pillar trim to B-pillar.
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  20. Fully seat the RH front door seal on the B-pillar trim.
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  21. Install the screw that attaches the LH front end of the headliner to the vehicle.

    2 N.m (1.5 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 2 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Torx T20 socket
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  22. Connect the LH falcon wing door button electrical connector, and then install the clips (x3) and magnets (x2) that attach the LH upper B-pillar trim to the B-pillar.
    NOTE: Replace the clips if damaged.
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  23. Install the clips (x5) that attach the upper portion of the LH lower B-pillar trim to B-pillar.
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  24. Fully seat the LH front door seal on the B-pillar trim.
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  25. Move the LH and RH front seats into original position.
  26. Position the RH upper A-pillar trim for installation.
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  27. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the RH upper A-pillar trim to the vehicle.

    5 N.m (3.7 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 2 in extension
    • 10 mm hex
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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  28. Install the screw that attaches the RH upper A-pillar trim to the vehicle.

    2.5 N.m (1.8 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Torx T20 socket
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  29. Install a new nut that attaches the RH upper A-pillar trim to the vehicle.

    5 N.m (3.7 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 2 in extension
    • 13 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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  30. Position the LH upper A-pillar trim for installation.
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  31. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH upper A-pillar trim to the vehicle.

    5 N.m (3.7 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 2 in extension
    • 10 mm hex
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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  32. Install the screw that attaches the LH upper A-pillar trim to the vehicle.

    2.5 N.m (1.8 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Torx T20 socket
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  33. Install the LH and RH sun visor bezel A-pillar trims. See Trim - A-Pillar - Sun Visor Bezel - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  34. Install a new nut that attaches the LH upper A-pillar trim to the vehicle.

    5 N.m (3.7 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 2 in extension
    • 13 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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  35. Install the LH and RH rear coat hooks. See Coat Hook - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  36. Install the LH and RH upper C-pillar trims. See Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  37. Install the LH and RH mid C-pillar trims. See Trim - C-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  38. Install the LH and RH side rear trunk garnishes. See Garnish - Rear Trunk - Side - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  39. Unfold the LH and RH 3rd row seats into original position.
  40. Close the liftgate.
  41. Verify the XM radio is functioning properly.
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  42. Raise the LH and RH front windows.
  43. Close all four doors.